Atlantic City Named Among 10 Best Boardwalks

The middle of September means that the first day of autumn can't be that far away. Before summer draws to a close, though, Fodor's Travel pays homage to the 10 best boardwalks in America, naming Atlantic City's boardwalk to its list.

Here's what the editors of Fodor's Travel had to say about Atlantic City as its No. 7 pick for the boardwalk experience in the country:

“'You should have seen the Atlantic Ocean in those days,'” recalls Lou Pascal — Burt Lancaster's wistful character in the 1980 film Atlantic City. 'It was somethin' then.' He's remembering the city's golden era, the 1920s to ‘40s, when America's first boardwalk — built in 1870 to keep sand out of hotels and trains — was the nation's ultimate summer playground. 

“While the glory days may have faded, Atlantic City still knows how to put on a show. All summer long, its five-mile boardwalk thrums with casinos, concerts, dining, mini-golf, tram rides, and that timeless stretch of beachside fun. Come Labor Day weekend, visitors pour in for one last taste of summer along its storied shores.”

This Fodor's Travel accolade for Atlantic City joins several past and present recognitions for the New Jersey beach community:

From the boardwalk in Atlantic City, visitors can find several hotels and casinos, including the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. The Central Pier Arcade and Speedway offers dynamic choices of arcade games. 

At “Steel Pier,” people of all ages can enjoy a ride on the carousel or the observation wheel overlooking the city. “Garden Pier” serves as the arts and cultural hub of the boardwalk, featuring the Atlantic City Historical Museum and Atlantic City Art Center.